Embraer Executive Jets (EEJ) started off 2025 on a high note with deliveries in the first quarter up 28% from the same period a year ago. The manufacturer of Phenom light jets and Praetor midsize and super-midsize twinjets handed over 23 aircraft in the first three months versus 18 in the first quarter of 2024.

The mix consisted of two Phenom 100s and 12 of its larger sibling, the Phenom 300, which has been one of the top-selling types since its certification in 2009. Meanwhile, Embraer delivered three Praetor 500s and six Praetor 600s—two more midsize jets than it did a year ago.

EEJ has been working to even out its production schedule, which would typically see a surge in the last quarter of the year. In some cases, half its annual output would take place during the last quarter.

For 2025, the OEM has forecast executive jet deliveries in the 145 to 155 range. Last year, it handed over 130 Phenoms and Praetors, landing firmly in the center of its anticipated range total for 2024.

“Our production leveling initiative bolstered by expansion of our industrial capacity aligns well with [our] market guidance for this year," Michael Amalfitano, president and CEO of Embraer Executive Jets told AIN. "We’re very excited to see this increase of 28% in the first quarter customer deliveries.”